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Amari L.

Pontiac, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
respite care
meal prep
Passionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Aide with extensive experience in providing compassionate care to seniors and individuals with special needs. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for my clients through personalized and attentive support. Seeking employment opportunities from Monday to Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 PM,...
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Pontiac, MI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
respite care
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with several years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages and abilities. My childcare journey began during my teen years and early twenties, when I worked at a daycare, gaining valuable experience in child development, safety, and nurturing a positive learning...
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Happy Vibes, Experienced With TBI Patients

Waterford, MI

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very positive, happy vibration that families love to have around. My experience starts over 10 years ago and includes care for toddlers, children, and adults with special needs (specifically traumatic brain injury and autism). I am extremely flexible and can accommodate almost any request. Can assist with dressing,...

Lauren D. says "Margareta is so loving and was wonderful with my boys. They still ask for her! She did tons of activities, was proactive and high energy to always keep...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Auburn Hills, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a current nursing student at Oakland University with a passion for helping others. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as spending the past 4 years in various caregiving positions. I have 3 years of experience caregiving for...

Amy B. says "Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and...

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Full-Time Special Needs, Elderly, Or Child Caregiver Available

White Lake, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I began working with special needs children in 2014 and have a music degree with over 50 credit hours in psychology, human development, and special education. I've worked with cerebral palsy, diabetes, autism, and dementia, and enjoy helping both children and adults. I love combining my education with hands-on care, especially...

Rebecca A. says "Amelia helps me with rides, getting me to appointments and to places I want to go. She is a good driver and is doing a great job."

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West Bloomfield, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amera, and I have over 14 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teens. I'm fluent in English, Arabic, and Chaldean, and I love working with families from diverse backgrounds. I hold two bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Nursing, and I have experience supporting children with...

Hope B. says "Best nanny we've had so sad we moved and couldn't take her with us our children love her!"

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Auburn Hills, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of care experience including mental health. Specializing in escalations and redirection.

Valentina H. says "My brother needed complex care following a serious accident resulting in need of expert rehabilitation care - transfer from bed to chair, toileting,...

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Part-time Caregiver/sitter Available For Summer Vacation Hours And Long-term

Clarkston, MI

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I have eight plus years of experience in the care giving field with the same client (special needs). Activity planning, transporting, meal prep & passing medication includes some responsibilities I feel will prepare me for future jobs.

Anthony N. says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them....

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Rochester, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
companionship
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! Welcome to my page, my name is Natalie and I would love to assist your loved one. I am a professional, flexible, loving and caring individual but very firm, I am always on time, very clean, very responsible. Very strong medical background and many years of experience on medical field. Years of experience with TBI...

Jaya V. says "Natalie took care of my father in Troy. She was an EXCELLENT care giver. The absolute BEST. She helped my brother and I immensely navigate care for our...

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Fun Loving Outgoing Nanny

Rochester, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a loving and outgoing person that absolutely loves children. I have been caring for little ones for over 30 years. I studied child development in college and worked at a daycare for a few years in the infant and toddler room. I have experience with children with special needs & Autism including non verbal. I have families I...

Lena T. says "Very patient person, I love the way she care about my kids they do love her so much:)"

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Part-time Nanny

White Lake, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have experience with babies and toddlers including children 10-16 years old. Also I have experience with special needs individuals. Heartsaver, CPR, first aid, AED certified with the American Red Cross. Completed Care. com background check. Rachael G Feb 1, 2024 Dee is a wonderful and caring person who has taken great care of...

Care Member says "Dee worked part time as our nanny for >6 months, taking care of our two sons (18 months and 6 months old when she started watching them). Dee is very...

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Experienced Nanny

Lake Orion, MI

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
It's nice to meet you! My name is Tonya, I am a career nanny living in Lake Orion. My goal is to quickly create a bond with your children and family, while respecting the families personal wishes. I have a strong nannying background, as well as day camp experience and an associates in education degree. I am committed to your...

Ashley - Zach P. says "We had the great pleasure of meeting Tonya at Surfside Beach, SC this past week, where she helped care for our 5 year old son and 13 month old...

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Rochester, MI

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Home modification
respite care
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as patient, attentive, and listening I like caring for seniors because they need help I want to be a helpful I have been working as a caregiver for a special needs child for 15 years. I think I can help old people too. In my spare time, I like to read, learn, walk with my dogs, watch movies ,...
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Rochester, MI

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am interested in caring for people and especially kids and their needs. I have experience with babysitting a 1 1/2-year-old little girl and her 6-year-old brother with special needs over a two year time period. I helped with deep cleaning the home, making lunch, playing with the kids, occasionally with brushing their teeth or...
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Lake Orion, MI

1.0(0)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi! My name is Olivia, I'm 23 years old, and I have a lot of experience taking care of kids. I've worked at a school with infants and have nannied for children from newborns up to 11 years old. I've also helped care for kids with special needs, including those with autism and non-verbal children. I really love working with kids...
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Senior Companion

Bloomfield Hills, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
personal care
Hello I'm Allison, I am seeking a full time position. I am a mother of 2 adults who have grown into successful men. I love working with seniors and have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's. I have experience with special needs children/teenagers/adults and a background in psychology and speech pathology. I'm CPR certified,...
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Part-Time For Full-Time Nanny, Babysitter, Or Housekeeper Available

Waterford, MI

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$11/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. I have experience with ages birth through 18 years old. I have worked in private nanny situations and babysitting situations whether it be date nights or every day. I moved in with my sister when she had my niece and stayed with her until a year after my nephew was...
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Babysitter

Lake Orion, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I've had experience with high functioning special needs kids. I've have experience with pets. I'm 14 years old
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ASD Experienced Babysitter

Bloomfield Hills, MI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm an ABA therapist with 3 years of experience with kiddos and over a year experience babysitting. I love working with children all day everyday and would love to babysit. I'm also looking to earn some extra money to pursue my master's degree and become a BCBA, just to keep helping our special needs community. I have a flexible...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.48/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Pontiac, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Pontiac, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Margareta I.

Margareta is so loving and was wonderful with my boys. They still ask for her! She did tons of activities, was proactive and high energy to...

- Lauren D.

Claire P.

Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would...

- Amy B.

Amelia M.

Amelia helps me with rides, getting me to appointments and to places I want to go. She is a good driver and is doing a great job.

- Rebecca A.

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